Sin Takes a Holiday
Sin Takes a Holiday

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Sin Takes a Holiday

1930
Movie
81 min
English

Dowdy Sylvia accepts her boss' marriage proposal, even though he only asked her to avoid marriage to another woman. As a wealthy wife, Sylvia changes from plain to uninhibited swan and even contemplates having an affair.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Edmund GouldingGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy socialite, unhappy in her marriage, becomes entangled with a charming but penniless artist. Her affair with the artist leads to scandal and heartbreak, forcing her to confront the consequences of her choices. The film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the societal pressures faced by women in the early 20th century.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews upon its release, with critics often divided on Mae Murray's performance and the film's melodramatic plot. While some praised its emotional intensity, others found it to be overly sentimental. Audience reception was also varied, reflecting the era's evolving tastes in cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Mae Murray's unique performance style was a frequent topic of discussion, dividing critics.

  • The film's dramatic plot was seen by some as compelling, while others found it melodramatic.

  • The romantic entanglements and societal commentary resonated with some viewers but felt dated to others.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Mae Murray, known as "The Great Lover", was a major star of the silent and early sound eras, and "Sin Takes a Holiday" was one of her notable early sound films.

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Quite an enjoyable, if forgettable, far fetched yarn about a successful lawyer "Gaylord Stanton" (Kenneth MacKenna) who, fed up with constant harassment from his female clients, asks his secretary "Sylvia" (Constance Brenner) if she would m...